This 6‑day Turkey tour offers a classic mix of Istanbul’s historic heart and Cappadocia’s surreal landscapes, ideal for a first visit. It starts in Istanbul with a warm welcome, private airport transfer, and a relaxed evening on a Bosphorus dinner cruise, where you’ll enjoy Turkish food, live shows, and stunning views of the city’s skyline and bridges under the night lights. The next day is a full immersion in the Old City: Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, the Basilica Cistern, and the vibrant Grand Bazaar and Spice Market, giving plenty of opportunities for architectural, cultural, and street photography.
On Day 3, the pace shifts to a more leisurely island escape with a full‑day Princess Islands tour, usually including Büyükada and one other island. You’ll take a ferry across the Sea of Marmara, explore the car‑free islands by horse‑drawn carriage or bike, and enjoy lunch with views of pine forests and Ottoman‑era wooden mansions. This day is perfect for capturing a quieter, greener side of Istanbul, with charming streets, waterfront cafes, and candid moments of local life away from the city bustle.
The tour then moves to Cappadocia: a private transfer to Istanbul Airport, a short domestic flight to Kayseri, and a private transfer to your hotel in the Cappadocia region. Day 5 is the highlight — an optional sunrise hot air balloon ride over the fairy‑chimney valleys (a must‑shoot for any photographer) followed by the Red Tour, which covers major sites like Göreme Open‑Air Museum, Uçhisar Castle, Pasabag, and underground cities. On Day 6, you’re privately transferred back to Kayseri Airport for your flight to Istanbul, wrapping up a well‑rounded, comfortable journey through Turkey’s most iconic destinations.
What is included in the tour
- All Transfer by Private Mercedes Vito or similar
- Hotel Accommodation on double sharing basis
- Bosphorus Dinner Cruise Soft Pack. (SIC Transfers)
- Istanbul Old City & Grand Bazaar Tour (Extra Entrances: Hagia Sophia: 25 Euro pp, Topkapi Palace: 50 Euro pp)
- Princess Islands Tour
- Cappadocia Red Tour
- Entrance Fees
- Prof. Guiding Service in English
What is NOT included in the tour
- International Flights
- Domestic Flights
- Personal Expenses
- GST and TCS
- Visa Fees
- Private airport transfers in both Istanbul and Cappadocia, so no stress with luggage or local transport.
- Evening Bosphorus dinner cruise with Turkish food, unlimited soft drinks, live entertainment (Whirling Dervishes, belly dance), and views of Istanbul’s skyline and bridges.
- Hagia Sophia – Explore this iconic Byzantine cathedral–mosque–museum with its massive dome, golden mosaics, and rich history.
- Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque) – Admire the famous blue Iznik tiles, grand courtyard, and six minarets in the heart of Sultanahmet.
- Topkapi Palace – Walk through the former Ottoman imperial palace, its courtyards, harem, and treasury with panoramic views over the Bosphorus and Golden Horn.
- Grand Bazaar & Spice Market – Get lost in two of Istanbul’s most famous markets, full of colorful spices, textiles, ceramics, and souvenirs, perfect for vibrant street and market photography.
- Princess Islands day trip – Ferry to car‑free islands (usually Büyükada), explore by horse carriage or bike, and enjoy a relaxed lunch with pine forests and Ottoman mansions.
- Domestic flight from Istanbul to Kayseri – Quick and comfortable hop from Istanbul to central Turkey, giving a taste of Turkish domestic travel.
- Cappadocia Red Tour – Visit Göreme Open‑Air Museum, Uçhisar Castle, Pasabag (Monks’ Valley), and an underground city, showcasing the region’s unique rock formations and history.
- Optional hot air balloon ride at sunrise – A bucket‑list experience over Cappadocia’s fairy chimneys and valleys, offering breathtaking photo opportunities at golden hour (usually early morning on Day 5).
Disclaimer:
- If you want to visit Topkapi Palace then you will have to inform us 03 days prior to your travelling dates.
- Entrance Fee Hagia Sophia: EURO 25 pp & Topkapi Palace: EURO 50 pp
- Rooms and Land rates are subject to the availability at the time of the confirmation only.
- By default, Bosphorus Dinner Cruise, Hot Air Balloon, ATV ride, Scuba dive are managed on SIC transfer by the respective companies unless Private is specified.
- Hot Air Balloon prices are dynamic. Booking now secures the current rate, which won't change if prices drop later. If prices rise, your rate remains fixed.
- Rate validity:
For FIT- Land rates are valid for 1 week. Hotel rates are dynamic and subject to change until blocking is done.
For Groups- Land and hotel rates are valid for 1 week
- Domestic Flights by default: Baggage 15 kg is check-in + 7 Kg Cabin
- Grand Bazaar closed on Sunday / Replaced with Arasta Bazaar
- Blue Mosque & Hagia Sophia Mosque no operated on SIC tours on Friday due to Prayer
- Topkapi Palace & Hagia Irene Church closed on Tuesday
- Istanbul City Tour is not operated on Tuesday & Friday on SIC Basis
- At Istanbul and Sabiha Gokcen airports, our team greets you at the exit and arranges your vehicle at the designated point, as airport regulations do not permit vehicles to wait at the exit
- SIC tours are non-reschedulable, and restaurant selections are fixed and cannot be altered
- For SIC tours, vehicles will wait at the designated pickup points for a maximum of 10 minutes only
- For private tours, any request to reschedule the pickup time must be communicated at least 1 hour in advance. Last-minute changes will not be accommodated
- The company shall not be held liable for tour cancellations or modifications resulting from unforeseen circumstances such as political unrest, adverse weather conditions, or natural disasters
- As per RBI guidelines, agents are being informed to collect TCS from customer share us the declaration for the same.
- The final ROE will be calculated on the date of payment. The rate of exchange will be XE+1
